Summer reading is a different kind of reading. It’s bright, it’s airy, it’s romantic, it’s easy, it’s books you can read while at the beach. We’ve already prepped our Goodreads full of books on our summer reading list to ensure we have a beach read open all summer long. From light-hearted romance to page-turners you can’t put down, here are the books we’ll be reading this summer.
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There is something so chic about a coffee table book. It’s a piece of art, packed full of even more art, directly showcasing the homeowner’s interests. Not only do coffee table books act as a chic form of decor, but they also serve as interactive conversation starters for you and your guests to enjoy. Whether it be fashion, film, decor, or garden-themed, there are plenty of coffee table books to choose from!
Dress-up your coffee table with these chic books
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Every year, we set a goal of how many books we want to read. This number can look different for everyone depending on reading speed, lifestyle, etc. Regardless of how many books you want to read in 2024, a good place to start is to curate your TBR list (we love the Goodreads app for this!). There are so many great books to choose from across all genres, just waiting to be read! After reading many reviews, we’ve picked the top 8 books we want to read by the end of 2024. Care to join us?
We want to read these books in 2024!
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Whether you participate in setting New Year’s resolutions or generally don’t believe that a specific frame of time should indicate when to work on yourself – You have to admit there’s inspiration in the air this time of year. One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to read more! And by choosing to read self-help books, you’re simultaneously learning how to better yourself, while you read! Get a head start on your resolutions this year with a self-help book or two.
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There’s nothing better than cozying up on a crisp fall evening with a candle lit nearby and a captivating book in hand. You just have to choose the right books on standby that measure up to being classified as “fall-worthy” to fit the overall vibe. In the fall, the books that fill our TBR (to be read) list shift from the light and airy books of summer to books that are moody and/or full of substance. Who doesn’t love a good thriller or mystery novel during the fall, after all? From new releases to cult classics, we’ve added various books to our TBR list, awaiting to be crossed off before winter comes.
Here’s what we’re reading this fall
Note: As always, do your own research before buying and reading a new book to ensure it’s right for you!
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There’s something special about reading a book on a warm summer evening. Whether it be at the beach, or relaxing on your couch with the curtains open, reading in the summertime is so underrated! We find our TBR list tends to shift a bit in the summer towards more easy reads. Page-turners some may say. From romance to mystery, we’ll be crossing all of these books off our TBR list over the summer months!
Here’s what books we’re reading this summer
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There’s nothing better than cozying up with a good book, especially during the colder months. Choosing your next book to read is kind of a big deal though. If you’re going to invest hours of your time into reading a new book, you probably want it to be good. If you need some help curating your TBR (to be read) list, you can always turn to TikTok, specifically “BookTok” – a subcommunity on TikTok that is solely focused on books! From giving book recommendations to providing book reviews and everything in between. This category of TikTok is so influential that even Indigo has a section dedicated to TikTok book recommendations. So, we’ve done some scrolling, sifted through spoilers so you don’t have to, and found some of the most recommended reads from TikTok creators.
Keep reading to find out which books should be on your TBR.
The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo – Taylor Jenkins Reid
@darcey_reads The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo aesthetic #booktok #books #favouritebooks #bookaesthetic #sevenhusbandsofevelynhugo #darcey_reads #fypシ #foryoupage ♬ original sound – Alisa
If you have yet to read The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, what are you waiting for? It’s claimed to be equal parts glamorous and scandalous and one of those books that keep you hooked until the very end, and is said to be an “easy read” from start to finish.
Book Lovers – Emily Henry
@thebooksiveloved this book owns meeee, no complaints 🫶🏼 #booktok #bookloversemilyhenry #romancebooks #booklovers ♬ Missing Piece – Vance Joy
Described as a “smart romance”, Book Lovers by Emily Henry is said to be a clever yet fun read. It follows the main character who is a literary agent on a journey that happens to have romance along the way. The “book inside a book” aspect that it’s said to have has us intrigued!
101 Essays that will Change the way You Think – Brianna Wiest
@diaitis stopping there . . . . . #booktok #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #101essaysthatwillchangethewayyouthink #briannawiest #bookish #selfimprovement ♬ original sound – Cait Jacobs (caitsbooks)
As implied in the title, this book is literally 101 essays that will change the way you think. It features pieces of published work by Brianna Wiest including concepts like why you should pursue purpose over passion and embrace negative thinking. TikTok creators are expressing that this book actually changed their life, so might be worth a read.
The Silent Patient – Alex Michaelides
@pavisfrancesca Anyone else? 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 #popularbooktokbook #booktok #fyp #booktokbookreview #silentpatientbook #alexmichaelides ♬ original sound – Sayde M.
This one is for those who enjoy a good thriller to keep them up at night. The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller that follows a psychotherapist who has a patient that hasn’t spoken since a specific tragedy occurred. It’s said to have a jaw-dropping plot twist that TikTokers can’t stop talking about.
It Ends With Us – Colleen Hoover
@.sanreads the big 3 ⬆️⬆️ ll #books #fyp #colleenhoover #itendswithus #verity #uglylove #booktok #booktoker #reading #fyp #fypage #foryoupagethis #blowthisup #fyp #fypシ #viral #books #bookclub #readingisfun #book #writing #books #itendswithusbook #veritycolleenhoover #uglylovebycolleenhoover #foryoupageofficiall #fypp #foryou #foryou #blowthisup #gainmorefollows #fypシ #forupage ♬ i have read the big 3 – Ayman
If you’ve ever scrolled past BookTok, you have witnessed the obsession of the author Colleen Hoover. People either love her writing or hate it, it seems. Her writing generally has a young-adult essence to it. Her book It Ends With Us is said to pull on the heartstrings and have an incredibly deep storyline. It also has a sequel, It Starts With Us, which recently came out. Note: This book has heavy themes, so read the trigger warnings first.
Where The Crawdads Sing – Delia Owen
@doddyreads where the crawdads sing book review! #booktok #bookish #books #wherethecrawdadssing #bookreview #fyp ♬ original sound – doddyreads
If you have yet to read this book, you’ve likely at least heard about it. Especially considering it’s even been made into a movie that came out this year. The author, Delia Owens is a bestselling co-author of nonfiction books about her life as a wildlife scientist. Where The Crawdads Sing, a book that includes murder mystery, romance and nature all beautifully tied into one book is her first novel and has become a best seller itself!
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There’s nothing better than getting cozy on a Sunday with an excellent book that you can’t put down. There are so many genres of novels to choose from, it can be quite overwhelming to choose a book for yourself, let alone someone else. So, if you’ve got a bookworm on your holiday list, we’ve got you covered. From mystery, to romance, to memoirs, and more, check out all of these popular books below to score the ultimate gift.
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Are you ready to read with some of your favourite celebrities? As the temperatures are rising, one of our favourite things to do is grab a good book and read and lots of celebs agree, too. Celebrity book clubs have been around for a while, but they’re experiencing new popularity due to the lockdown rules set by the COVID-19 crisis. If you’re looking for new books to read, why not take inspiration from a few of your fave stars — you can even take part in discussions with them, too!
Here are our picks for 9 of the best celebrity book clubs to join this summer!
Kaia Gerber
Model Kaia Gerber only started her book club during quarantine, but it has taken off with flying colours. Kaia’s book club includes classic books like Spring Awakening and Normal People, as well as newer releases like Where The Crawdads Sing. Fans have a chance to discuss the book club pick of the month with Kaia herself over Instagram Live. On her live discussions, you can also catch glimpses of stars like Charlotte Lawrence, or her mother, Cindy Crawford, as they join her to discuss the latest books too.
Sydney Sweeney
Sydney Sweeney is known for her role in the hit TV show Euphoria. While filming for the second season has been put on pause, Sydney has made great use of her time at home by starting a book club. The new club #SydneySweetReads is in collaboration with online publication Bustle. This book club has lighthearted reads that are just as sweet as the book club’s title would suggest. You can also hop on Instagram Live to discuss the books with Sydney herself!
Francesca Mariano
Francesca Mariano is one half of the popular pop-culture podcast, Chicks in the Office. Fran has rediscovered her love for reading and wants to celebrate and share it with her fellow listeners. While she frequently recommends and reviews books to listeners on the podcast, you can also check out her Instagram highlight called “Book Club” to see what books have captured her heart.
Reese Witherspoon
Reese’s Book Club is a staple in the celebrity book club world. With its own Instagram page, as well as badges added to the books that she picks, it’s impossible to miss Reese’s top reads. Every month, Reese picks a book with a woman in the centre of the story. Be sure to check out the complete list so you can read all of the past picks as well.
Oprah Winfrey
Probably the most famous of them all, the picks in Oprah’s Book Club seem to just get better and better. Getting Oprah’s seal of approval is one of the most coveted accomplishments in literature. When you’re shopping in-store or online, keep an eye out for the Oprah badge that’ll be on the cover if it’s made her list. Want to catch up on some past book club faves? Check out the complete list on Oprah’s website.
Jenna Bush Hager
TODAY show host and former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager has a book club of her own as well. Jenna’s book club, Read With Jenna, is the TODAY show’s official book club, with the host picking the books of the month, as well as similar reads to the pick of the month that you will also enjoy. With Jenna’s picks and all the fun extras, this book club will keep you busy all summer long.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Taking a page out of Carrie Bradshaw’s book, Sarah Jessica Parker is diving into the literature world with her own book club. While she may not be a writer like her character on Sex And The City, she is definitely a lover of books. Along with picking books for her fans to read, SJP has joined publisher Hogarth to release a range of fiction books by established authors and new-and-upcoming ones alike.
Florence Welch
Singer Florence Welch, of Florence + The Machine, has had her book club, Between Two Books since 2012 and its where the musician and some of her famous friends pick books for fans to read. The group also participates in discussions online, and even in person when they travel to different cities. There is a complete list of all of its past picks so you can get reading.
Emma Roberts
Actress Emma Roberts and her friend Karah Preiss have had their book club Belletrist for a while. Between great book picks, as well as IGTV videos, this celebrity book club has content to entertain you for days. With book tours, author takeovers, and conversations with celebrity friends, you will get to learn more about the background behind each of the books that Emma and Karah have hand-picked.
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Bookworms – The Toronto Reference Library’s annual BOOKEnd Sale has returned! This is one sale you won’t want to miss with thousands of books on sale for 10 to 15 cents. Shop novels, cookbooks, non-fiction, CDs or DVDs, etc for almost nothing. Go get yourself a few need books to dive and get lost into.
Make sure you bring cash and bag to hold all the items. More importantly, get there early to avoid lines (or getting turned away like last year.)
Toronto Reference Library:
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Thursday, September 13, 2018
9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday, September 14, 2018
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 15, 2018
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM